News & Events from around Skipton

May in the Dales – No Rush, No Fuss… Just You, the Dog, and a Proper Cup of Tea

By the time May rolls around, the Yorkshire Dales have got themselves properly sorted. The trees have decided to wake up, the fields are showing off in fifty shades of green, and the weather—well, let’s just say it’s usually on... Read More...

🌼 Dales Encounter — Market Day in Spring

There’s a particular moment in spring when Skipton seems to remember that sunshine exists — and when it does, the whole town drifts naturally toward Skipton Market. If you’re staying at Thisledo Holiday Cottage, the best plan for a spring... Read More...

🐣 Dales Encounter — Easter in Skipton: Springtime at Thisledo

There’s something about Easter in the Yorkshire Dales that feels like the countryside has quietly decided it’s time to wake up again. The days stretch longer, the air softens a little, and around Skipton you’ll notice window boxes filling with... Read More...

🌼 Dales Encounter — March: When Skipton Sharpens Its Pencils for Summer

March in Skipton is a curious and rather wonderful thing. It’s the month where the town stretches, checks its watch, and quietly begins preparing for the summer holidaymakers — even though, let’s be clear, Skipton is gloriously open for visitors... Read More...

🐑 Lambing Season Visitor Tips

(What to expect in the Yorkshire Dales — and how to enjoy it) In the Yorkshire Dales, lambing season usually runs from late March through April, sometimes stretching into early May on higher ground. Lowland farms often begin lambing in... Read More...

🌿 A 3-Day Wuthering Heights Escape

Base: Skipton | Stay: Thisledo 🏡 Day 1 – Arrive in Skipton & Settle Into Dales Life Morning / Arrival Arrive in Skipton, the “Gateway to the Dales.” Drop your bags at Thisledo and take a gentle wander to stretch... Read More...

📽️ Discover Wuthering Heights Country — With Skipton as Your Base

As the buzz around Emerald Fennell’s 2026 period romantic drama Wuthering Heights hits fever pitch — starring Margot Robbie and Jacob Elordi and hitting UK cinemas on 13 February 2026, just in time for Valentine’s weekend — fans of the... Read More...

A Smarter Way to Stay: Midweek Business Travel in Skipton

Business travel doesn’t have to mean impersonal hotel rooms, late-night corridor noise and paying extra for the basics. If you’re visiting Skipton midweek for work, there’s a smarter alternative — one that offers more comfort, privacy and value. Welcome to... Read More...

We’ve Won the Traveller Review Award 2026! 🎉

We’re over the moon to share some exciting news — Thisledo has been awarded the Traveller Review Award 2026! 🏆 This award recognises hosts who go above and beyond to make every guest feel at home. It’s a celebration of... Read More...

Walking the Leeds–Liverpool Canal: Where to Stay in Skipton

Walking the Leeds–Liverpool Canal is one of the most rewarding long-distance walks in the UK. Stretching across Yorkshire and Lancashire, the canal offers flat towpaths, beautiful countryside, historic towns and a relaxed pace that suits both casual walkers and multi-day... Read More...
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